TRURO – (July 19)The Nova Scotia Road Builders Association held its Annual Ron Legere Memorial golf tournament in July at the Truro Golf Club.
Once again, the tournament was sold out with 148 golfers enjoying a sunny day on the course.
All proceeds from the event are donated to charity. This year an additional $1,600 was raised by the Turkey Club on its Hole-In-One Challenge. More than $10,000 was raised during this year’s tournament and the funds raised will be given to three organizations: the Turkey Club, CARMA at Rescue and Steps on Arthur, a Truro-based, non-profit organization.
Congratulations to our top team including Connor McInnis, Wolseley; Keaton Hicks, Algonquin Bridge; Sean Casey and Tariq Karaballi, ADS.
We have many people and organizations to thank for making the tournament a successful event every year:
First, thank you to our member Rylan MacDow for being the key organizer and keeping things running smoothly, along with all the volunteers that pitched in.
Thanks to the Truro Golf Club for the amazing condition of the course and their always professional and courteous staff that go above and beyond to make the day a great one.
Thank you to the Fisherman’s Market for their high quality lobsters that were served after the event and to Power Promotions for the golfer giveaways, which are always very high quality and well received by all the golf players.
DARTHMOUTH, NS – The Nova Scotia Road Builders Association (NSRBA) is proud to announce a donation of $141,838 to Feed Nova Scotia.
The funds were raised at the BJ Harvey Auction, held during the Association’s 79th Annual General Meeting in January, through the generosity of NSRBA members, volunteers, industry partners and sponsors. Following a long-standing tradition, the President of the organization has the privilege to select the charity of their choice to donate the funds. Bruce Wood, now serving as Past President following the AGM, picked Feed Nova Scotia as the beneficiary of the 2026 auction.
“Feed Nova Scotia provides a service to people working through a difficult time, helping to put food on the table,” said Wood. “With pressure from rising prices affecting more families than ever, being able to support the work Feed Nova Scotia does was a wonderful opportunity.”
The BJ Harvey Auction has become one of the Association’s signature initiatives, raising significant funds each year for organizations that make a positive impact across the province. This year’s contribution represents one of the largest donations in the auction’s history. More than $1.36 Million has been given to charities by the NSRBA during the past 25 years.
“This significant donation is a testament to the generosity and compassion of our members and industry partners,” said Sherry Martell, NSRBA Executive Director. “The auction has become a valued tradition of our organization, demonstrating that our industry is committed not only to building and maintaining Nova Scotia’s infrastructure, but also to building stronger, healthier communities.”
Feed Nova Scotia works with more than 140 food banks, meal programs and shelters across the province to help ensure individuals and families have access to nutritious food. The donation will help support these efforts at a time when many Nova Scotians continue to face rising food costs and increasing financial pressures.
“We’re incredibly grateful for the generosity and care of the NSRBA,” said Thomas Coldwell, Director of Philanthropy and Engagement at Feed Nova Scotia. “At a time when one in four people in our province – our families, friends and neighbours – struggle to put food on the table, this major contribution helps us continue to respond to immediate needs while tackling the root causes of food insecurity. We’re facing a heartbreaking reality, but change becomes possible when we work together. Thank you to the Association for choosing to work with us.”
The Nova Scotia Road Builders Association extends its sincere appreciation to every company, individual, sponsor, donor, volunteer, auctioneer and bidder whose support made this donation possible. Their collective generosity demonstrates the strength of an industry that believes in giving back to the communities where its members live and work.
The Nova Scotia Road Builders Association presented a cheque to FEED Nova Scotia totaling $141, 838, raised at the organization’s annual BJ Harvey Auction held in January during its AGM. Participating in the cheque presentation are, from left, Mandy MacDonald and Carletta Marsman of Feed Nova Scotia; Deborah Slaunwhite, Office Administrator, NSRBA; Graham Clark, President of NSRBA; Annette Glenn, auction organizer; Kenya Plut, Feed Nova Scotia; Bruce Wood, Past President, NSRBA and Sherry Martell, Executive Director, NSRBA. SUBMITTED PHOTO
About the Nova Scotia Road Builders Association
The Nova Scotia Road Builders Association is the voice of the province’s road building and heavy civil construction industry. Representing more than 175 contractors, suppliers and service providers, who employ more than 7,500 people, the Association advocates for a safe and sustainable transportation infrastructure network while supporting the growth and success of the industry throughout Nova Scotia.
Media Contact:
Sherry Martell Executive Director Nova Scotia Road Builders Association 902-890-4616 sherry@nsrba.ca
Photo caption: The Nova Scotia Road Builders Association presented a cheque to FEED Nova Scotia totaling $141, 838, raised at the organization’s annual BJ Harvey Auction held in January during its AGM. Participating in the cheque presentation are, from left, Mandy MacDonald and Carletta Marsman of Feed Nova Scotia; Deborah Slaunwhite, Office Administrator, NSRBA; Graham Clark, President of NSRBA; Annette Glenn, auction organizer; Kenya Plut, Feed Nova Scotia; Bruce Wood, Past President, NSRBA and Sherry Martell, Executive Director, NSRBA. SUBMITTED PHOTO
2020 NSRBA AGM Charity Donation to Special Olympics Amherst
Left to right: SOA Athlete – Jenna LeBlanc, SOA Coach – Mike LeBlanc, SOA Mom – Sherri Rushton, SOA Athlelte – Colton Rushton NSRBA President- Sheldon Marinelli, NSRBA Past President – Calvin Flight & NSRBA Executive Director – Grant Feltmate
Left to right: Calvin Flight – NSRBA President, BJ Harvey & Guy Kendziora (back) – AGM Charity Organizers, Tanya Burke – Exective Director of East Hants Community Learning Centre, Grant Feltmate – NSRBA Executive Director & Mark Underhill – NSRBA Immediate Past President
